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Location: San Antonio, TX
Company: PacifiCare
Experience: Mid-level
Highest Level of Education: MA - Academic Program



Job Responsibilities
Managing projects as they relate to business enhancements consumes about 75% of my time. Remaining time is spent with staff and daily issues.
Job Requirements
Definitely need a high school diploma, however, college courses focusing on project life spans and business enhancements would prove invaluable. Also, ability to multi-task in any capacity is a plus.
Uppers
Ability to work on issues that will make the efforts of the staff easier and better in the long run. You feel like you make a difference. You are not just doing the same thing over and over. Every project is new and challenging.
Downers
Dealing with staff who may be resistant to change or may have difficulties dealing with "team" working envirnoments. Not learning how to handle people regardless of what their hidden agendas may be can ruin a good project.
Lifestyle
Normally I put in more than a 40 hour work week. However, it can run as high as 60 during a complex or priority project. I have been traveling almost weekly for the last 6 months to support an internal transition. However, normally I travel 4-6 times a year. But again , this is based on the projects at hand. Dress is business casual with Friday's being jean day.
Compensation
Current base salary starts at $50,000. Bonuses range from as little as $25.00 to $2,500 depending on the complexity of the project. Stock options are available once you acheive grade 10 or higher within the organization. Grades under 10 receive profit sharing on an annual basis. Benefits are comprehensive with flexible options for medical, dental, etc. They are offered based on your needs.
Advice to Jobseekers
Be willing to be flexible and understand the need to multi-task. Learn to handle stress and take one day at a time.

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